Hi, I’m Basalirwa Melissa Igaga, a Ugandan designer and animator with a passion for turning ideas into compelling visuals. I hold a Bachelor’s in Computer Animation and Graphic Design from ISBAT University and a Biochemistry degree from Stellenbosch University, and I love blending creativity with technical storytelling to help brands communicate clearly. Over the years I’ve collaborated with startups, NGOs, and freelance clients around the world, delivering logos, branding kits, 2D/3D animations, and engaging social media content. I’m always learning new tools, tackling design challenges with a collaborative mindset, and aiming to create work that’s both beautiful and effective.

Basalirwa Melissa Igaga

Hi, I’m Basalirwa Melissa Igaga, a Ugandan designer and animator with a passion for turning ideas into compelling visuals. I hold a Bachelor’s in Computer Animation and Graphic Design from ISBAT University and a Biochemistry degree from Stellenbosch University, and I love blending creativity with technical storytelling to help brands communicate clearly. Over the years I’ve collaborated with startups, NGOs, and freelance clients around the world, delivering logos, branding kits, 2D/3D animations, and engaging social media content. I’m always learning new tools, tackling design challenges with a collaborative mindset, and aiming to create work that’s both beautiful and effective.

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Hi, I’m Basalirwa Melissa Igaga, a Ugandan designer and animator with a passion for turning ideas into compelling visuals. I hold a Bachelor’s in Computer Animation and Graphic Design from ISBAT University and a Biochemistry degree from Stellenbosch University, and I love blending creativity with technical storytelling to help brands communicate clearly.

Over the years I’ve collaborated with startups, NGOs, and freelance clients around the world, delivering logos, branding kits, 2D/3D animations, and engaging social media content. I’m always learning new tools, tackling design challenges with a collaborative mindset, and aiming to create work that’s both beautiful and effective.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Junior Designer at Grindstone Limited
December 31, 2023 - October 13, 2025
Designed logos and 3D mockups of branding materials. Developed my ability to work as part of a design team. Created banners for events and workshops.
Intern at Mango Tree
December 31, 2016 - October 13, 2025
Assisted senior designer in creative design projects including textbook covers, brochures, catalogues and other printed materials. Worked effectively with colleagues in a fast paced environment, consistently meeting the set weekly deadlines.
Graphic Designer at UN Tourism
December 31, 2024 - October 13, 2025
Provided assistance in producing graphic design of the communication material requested. Assisted in transforming text-based communications materials into visual graphic design materials such as infographic, brochures, backdrop etc. Assisted in developing designs for communication materials based on assignment brief.
Freelancer at Martian
January 1, 2020 - Present
Designed layouts for print and web advertising materials, ranging from posters to billboards. Created social media kits for clients. Designed websites and mobile applications for clients. Designed branding materials including logos. Collaborated with customers on designing and creating print and web materials to meet their unique needs.
Co-Founder, 2D/3D Animator & Content Creator at Tega
January 1, 2024 - Present
Produced original 2D and 3D animated content, handling concept development, storyboarding, animation, and post-production. Designed characters, environments, and assets for both 2D and 3D storytelling. Edited and optimized animations for YouTube, ensuring smooth transitions, sound design, and visual appeal. Developed branding elements, including thumbnails, intros, and promotional graphics, to enhance audience engagement.
Graphic Designer at UN-Habitat
December 31, 2025 - October 13, 2025
Supported in developing creative and effective communication materials that enhance the visibility and reach of UN-Habitat’s projects and programs. Created signboards, reports, publications, promotional items, posters, leaflets, maps, presentations, newsletters, and infographics. Assisted in developing visuals, posts, and videos for online and offline channels. Edited and retouched videos and photos. Researched trends in visual content creation and maintained guidelines. Assisted in selecting visual design style and materials for target audiences. Assisted in animating visuals for social media campaigns and events. Assisted in editing videos for different needs.

Education

Bachelor's degree at ISBAT University
September 1, 2021 - July 31, 2024
Bachelor's degree at Stellenbosch University
February 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Certificate at Artfield Design School
March 1, 2016 - September 30, 2016

Qualifications

Graphic Design Certificate
March 1, 2016 - September 30, 2016

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Education